word
Methadone
MEH-thuh-dohn
/ˈmɛθʌˌdoʊn/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
methadone
Dictionary meaning
Synthetic narcotic drug similar to morphine but less habit-forming.
Synonyms: methadone hydrochloride, methadon, dolophine hydrochloride, fixer, synthetic heroin
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